Tip Calculator
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Calculate restaurant tips and gratuity with our comprehensive tip calculator. Perfect for dining out, bill splitting, and determining appropriate tipping amounts based on service quality.
What is a Tip?
A tip (gratuity) is an additional payment given to service workers, typically calculated as a percentage of the bill amount, to reward good service.
Tip Calculation Formula
Tip Amount = Bill Amount × (Tip Percentage ÷ 100)
Standard Tipping Guidelines
Restaurant Dining
Excellent Service: 20-25%
Good Service: 18-20%
Average Service: 15-18%
Poor Service: 10-15%
Based on pre-tax amount
Other Service Industries
Food Delivery: 15-20%
Taxi/Rideshare: 10-20%
Hair Salon: 15-20%
Hotel Housekeeping: $2-5 per night
Bartender: $1-2 per drink or 15-20%
Quick Tip Reference Table
| Bill Amount | 15% Tip | 18% Tip | 20% Tip | 25% Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20.00 | $3.00 | $3.60 | $4.00 | $5.00 |
| $50.00 | $7.50 | $9.00 | $10.00 | $12.50 |
| $75.00 | $11.25 | $13.50 | $15.00 | $18.75 |
| $100.00 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| $150.00 | $22.50 | $27.00 | $30.00 | $37.50 |
Factors Affecting Tip Amount
Service Quality
- Attentiveness of server
- Speed of service
- Accuracy of order
- Friendliness
- Problem resolution
Location
- Urban vs rural areas
- High-end vs casual dining
- Tourist vs local areas
- Cost of living
- Local customs
Group Size
- Large parties (6+ people)
- Auto-gratuity policies
- Special occasions
- Business dinners
- Complex orders
Bill Splitting Scenarios
Example: Dinner for 4 People
Total Bill: $120.00
Tip (20%): $24.00
Total Amount: $144.00
Per Person Breakdown:
- Bill per person: $120.00 ÷ 4 = $30.00
- Tip per person: $24.00 ÷ 4 = $6.00
- Total per person: $36.00
Tipping Etiquette Around the World
United States: 18-25% standard, tipping is expected
Canada: 15-20% standard, similar to US
Culture: Tipping supplements low base wages for servers
Most EU Countries: 5-10% or round up bill
UK: 10-15% if service charge not included
Culture: Service charges often included in bill
Digital Payment & Tipping
- Credit Cards: Add tip to total before signing
- Mobile Apps: Many include suggested tip amounts
- Cash Tips: Often preferred by service workers
- Split Payment: Each person tips on their portion
When NOT to Tip
Generally No Tipping
- Fast food restaurants
- Coffee shops (unless table service)
- Retail stores
- Gas stations
- Airlines
Optional Tipping
- Takeout orders (10% optional)
- Coffee with counter service
- Buffet restaurants
- Self-service establishments
Tip Calculation Tips
- Calculate on pre-tax amount: Base tip on subtotal, not total with tax
- Round up generously: Round to nearest dollar or convenient amount
- Consider total experience: Food quality, service, atmosphere
- Group auto-gratuity: Check if 18-20% already added for large parties
- Cash is king: Servers often prefer cash tips
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